'Insidious 2' to shoot this year

James Wan, who helmed the original horror film, is in talks to direct the sequel, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Insidious cast Rose Byrne and Patrick Wilson as the parents of a young boy haunted by spirits. The movie was based on a screenplay by Leigh Whannell, who has also been linked with a return for the follow-up.

"Insidious was the most fun project I've ever worked on. From start to finish it was an absolute joy," Whannell told Bloody Disgusting.

"James and I both feel that we can mine more terror from the world we created and know that if we assemble every member of the original team, we will have an amazing continuation of the story for fans of the first film. See you in The Further."

It is yet to be confirmed whether Byrne, Wilson and other members of the supporting cast will reprise their roles for Insidious 2.